cinematic

adjective

cin·​e·​mat·​ic ˌsi-nə-ˈma-tik 

1

: of, relating to, suggestive of, or suitable for motion pictures or the filming of motion pictures

cinematic principles and techniques

cinematic special effects

2

: filmed and presented as a motion picture

cinematic fantasies

a cinematic adaptation of a novel

cinematically

ˌsi-nə-ˈma-ti-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of cinematic in a Sentence

a director who has produced some great cinematic moments

Recent Examples on the Web

Bellocchio is still a radical, autobiographical filmmaker who challenges all canons — think Luis Buñuel but with a naturally extravagant cinematic gift. —Armond White, National Review, 31 May 2024

There are even clashes between hunters and monsters, akin to quick-time events, to add more cinematic flourish to the fighting. 2. —Gabriel Zamora, PCMAG, 31 May 2024

In August, the symphony will host two cinematic pops concerts. —Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 31 May 2024

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Word History

Etymology

see cinema

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined at sense 1